LEARN/CREATE (MT)

NOTE: When the Idaho Legislature is in session, programming on the Learn/Create and World channels may be pre-empted for live coverage from the House and Senate floors.

2:30 pm

Unseen Life On Earth: An Introduction to Microbiology"The Tree of Life"
Recent advances in molecular techniques have led to new theories of evolution and the relationships among living organisMs. The Tree of Life examines this "evolution revolution" using genetic sequencing techniques to trace the phylogentic history of microbial life. Both the big picture of microbial evolution and the methods necessary for determining molecular phylogenies are examined. D

3:00 pm

Teaching Channel
Teaching Channel presents a few imaginative and engaging K-12 classrooms that will leave you inspired. Join the "Mouse Squad" as they fix technological problems around the school. See a teacher with a passion for reading show students how to dive right into their books, and learn more about adjusting to the changes in the new Common Core State Standards. D

4:00 pm

Curiosity Quest"Bakery"
Join Joel as he visits Zingerman's Bakery in Michigan to learn how different types of bread are made. Watch as he helps create black cherry, chocolate bread and brownies at this world famous bakery. D

4:30 pm

Curiosity Quest"Bike Making"
Join Joel on this sporty quest as he learns how BMX Bikes are made with Fit Bikes. Put your math skills to use for this intricate journey through the bike making world. D

5:00 pm

Matter of Leadership: A Special Report On Ending America's Dropout Crisis
Ideas in Action with Jim Glassman, the nationally distributed public television series on ideas and their consequences has produced its first one-hour documentary. This HD special, A Matter of Leadership: A Special Report on Ending America's Dropout Crisis is presented as part of American Graduate: Let's Make It Happen, a national public media initiative funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to help communities across America address the high school dropout crisis. "The nation's dropout crisis is not just a story of statistics," said host Jim Glassman. D

For Your Home"Fixing It Up"
We're putting the accent on "UP"! We demonstrate some fabulous ideas, new looks and how better use of space can go a long way to enhance the way you think and function in your home. Vicki discusses the value homeowners can add to a home's exterior by adding an outdoor living area or upgrading their roof. Moving indoors, Vicki demonstrates how flipping rooms and revitalizing the master bedroom can also make a big change in how you live in your home. D